Darwin's enduring legacy

Article Abstract:

The author discusses the strong impact of Charles Darwin's ideas and theories on the evolution of scientific thinking in humans. His theories of natural selection, genealogical classification and sexual selection have mainly contributed to the development of science, art and humanity.

United Kingdom, Science & research, Research, Natural selection, Evolution (Biology), Evolution

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Owen's Parthian shot

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Sir Richard Owen, the Victorian anatomist, was eclipsed by Charles Darwin. On Darwin's death Owen wrote to the Natural History Museum, apparently recommending a statue of Darwin, but close reading of the letter shows that Owen was in fact belittling Darwin's achievements.

Beliefs, opinions and attitudes, Monuments, Records and correspondence, Anatomists, Owen, Richard

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Making connections

Article Abstract:

The life of Kevin Padian, a professor of integrative biology and curator in the Museum of Paleontology is discussed. His various research works and how major evolutionary changes started are highlighted.

United States, Management dynamics, Practice, Curators, Padian, Kevin

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